Schools in Ambleside
4 open schools recorded with this town address, ranked by their latest Ofsted signal. How the signal works — three inspection systems currently coexist, so treat it as a guide, not a verdict.
Primary (3)
| School | Ofsted | Ages | Demand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grasmere CofE Primary School Voluntary aided school | Good (2020) · previous system | 3–11 | Oversubscribed (2026 entry) |
| Ambleside CofE Primary School Academy sponsor led | Requires improvement (2024) · previous system | 3–11 | Roughly one first choice per place (2026 entry) |
| Langdale CofE School Voluntary aided school | Most areas: Needs attention (2026) | 3–11 | Roughly one first choice per place (2026 entry) |
Nursery, special & other (1)
| School | Ofsted | Ages | Demand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Works 4 U Support Services (Norman Mackie & Associates Ltd) Special post 16 institution | No Ofsted rating | 16–25 | — |
“Demand” is first-choice applications against places at the latest entry year — admission criteria, not demand, decide offers. Data: DfE & Ofsted open data (OGL v3) — sources.